Our goal is to create a Malekula Hiking Trail System to improve the island as a destination for Adventure Travel; in doing so we hope to increase environmental stewardship, cultural preservation, and local economies.

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Sunday, June 19, 2011

Second Annual Port Sandwich Festival

Hello Friends of Port Sandwich, We’ve got a lot of activities coming up that maybe you’d like to promote to your clients. Here’s a look at what’s happening in Port Sandwich:

2nd Annual Port Sandwich Festival, 17-18 August 2011. On August 17th and 18th Lamap invites you to celebrate its history and culture at the Port Sandwich Yacht Club. Several of South East Malekula’s kastom dance groups along with a few local string band groups will come together to share with you the culture that makes Vanuatu great. The women’s club will show you how to cook and eat in the traditional way. And of course you’ll be able to relax with plenty of fresh kava, cold Tusker, and good company. 2000vt/day/guest (kids 1500vt, 5 and under free). If you come early there’ll be a snorkeling tour on the 16th (1500vt/guest). And if you’re staying late there’ll be a day hike to swim in the Limangao cascades on the 19th of August (1500vt/guest).Island Nights: One night of every month from June-October there’ll be a celebration of the island lifestyle. It starts with a traditional kastom display then an evening of fresh kava, Melanesian feast, a lively string band and a chance to get to know the friendly locals. 2000vt/per person (children 1500vt). Here are the dates: June 16th, July 21st, September 15th, October 13th.Private Island Night: If you won’t be able to join us on one of those dates, don’t worry. You can have your own private island night. A private island night includes fresh kava, Melanesian feast, a roasted pig and our local string band. 28,000vt for groups of 4-12. 38,000vt for groups of 14-25. Rock and Noela’s Rainbow Restaurant: Learn the true meaning of ‘storian’ with these Port Sandwich ambassadors. Open every day for lunch June-November. Dinner and breakfast is available by appointment. Just 2 minutes walk from the wharf. Follow the sign on the road to Rock’s front porch for some tasty Vanuatu food with a little Wallis and Futuna magic. Hiking, Snorkeling, and Kastom Dance.

The Lamap Ecotourism Committee has lots to offer. Some of our activities include a 1 day cascades hike, 2 day bush village hike, hike to South West Bay, snorkeling tour, rent snorkeling gear or even a private showing from one of the Kastom Dance groups. Give us a call, email, or check out our blog for more information.

Joakim Batikakon

Joakim walked the entire 60 miles with this duck backpack. So it can't be that hard...Can it?

MALAMPA Tourism Office

If you are interested in visiting Malekula, or walking on one of the trails it is best to first get in contact with the MALAMPA Tourism Office. They can be reached at (678) 48491. Ask for Edna. She can help set you up with accommodation and transportation.

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Warning: Traveling in the Malekula bush can be extremely dangerous and lead to serious injury or death. This website is only intended as an aid and cannot guarantee safety. While we walked the routes described, outside influences can change the trail at anytime, and no trail guide is completely accurate. Hikers must accept and judge for themselves the dangers posed by each trip they choose to undertake. By using this site you accept the risk and sole responsibility for your safety and the safety of those you affect. Please use all the available resources to you before participating and educate yourself about the environment, wilderness safety, and first aid.